CVE-2020-23912: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Apr 21, 2021
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Updated

An issue was discovered in Bento4 through v1.6.0-637. A NULL pointer dereference exists in the function AP4StszAtom::GetSampleSize() located in Ap4StszAtom.cpp. It allows an attacker to cause Denial of Service.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Axiosys Bento4<=1.6.0-637

Event History

Apr 21, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:41 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:41 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-23912?

CVE-2020-23912 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause Denial of Service.

2

How does CVE-2020-23912 work?

CVE-2020-23912 exploits a NULL pointer dereference in the AP4_StszAtom::GetSampleSize() function, leading to application crashes.

3

Which versions of Bento4 are affected by CVE-2020-23912?

Bento4 versions up to and including 1.6.0-637 are affected by CVE-2020-23912.

4

How can I mitigate CVE-2020-23912?

To mitigate CVE-2020-23912, upgrade Bento4 to a version later than 1.6.0-637 where the vulnerability is resolved.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2020-23912?

Yes, a patch for CVE-2020-23912 is available in the newer versions of Bento4, which users should apply immediately.

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